Montana FWP announces fire restrictions for properties in Lake County

Montana Department of Fish, Wildlife and Parks announced in a press release on Monday, Aug. 10, that state parks, fishing access sites, wildlife management areas and all other lands managed by FWP have entered Stage 1 fire restrictions beginning Aug. 7.

This action followed Stage 1 restrictions put in place by Lake County and the Confederated Salish and Kootenai Tribes and will be in place until further notice. 

According to the press release, under Stage 1 fire restrictions, campfires are generally prohibited unless an exemption is in place. However, FWP sites in Lake County are exempt because campfires are only allowed in the designated steel fire grates provided at those locations. 

Outside of these designated rings, campfires are not allowed. Smoking is limited to enclosed vehicles or buildings, developed recreation sites or areas at least 3 feet in diameter that are cleared of flammable materials. Cooking is permitted on liquid petroleum gas or propane stoves that can be turned off.

FWP advises that people use caution while recreating due to dry conditions and fire danger. 

For updates on FWP restrictions and closures around the state, visit fwp.mt.gov/news/current-closures-restrictions.